Community Connections & Engagement Leader

Fremont Economic Development Corp.; Colorado; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Personal Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Group term life and AD&D insurance

100% employer-paid Employee Assistance

Matching 401(k)

Job summary

Fremont Economic Development Corp. in Colorado seeks a Supported Community Connections Manager to lead programs that help people served get out, get involved, and thrive in the community. You will energize the outings and mentor Direct Support Professionals.

You’ll partner with families and case managers to shape Person-Centered ISPs, document progress, and advocate for independence. If you are a natural connector and planner, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, or completion of relevant training and certification programs.
• Strong communication skills: you can read and interpret safety rules and procedures, write clear reports, and talk comfortably with families, staff, and partners.
• Comfort with basic math, including percentages and ratios, and with making sense of simple data.
• Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to follow instructions in many formats.
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record, plus a private vehicle that is licensed, registered, and insured.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification and any other training required for compliance.

Responsibilities

• Build a community full of possibilities by discovering and creating opportunities that match the interests and needs of the individuals we serve.
• Dream up fresh, stimulating activities that spark engagement and personal growth.
• Help people build natural supports and form safe, meaningful relationships.
• Cheer on participants as they work toward their goals and push past challenges.
• Be the connector for families and care teams by serving as the main point of contact and shaping ISPs.
• Make sure active treatment and ISP progress are documented and moving forward.
• Lead and grow a great team by supervising DSPs, running staff meetings, and coordinating trainings.
• Keep schedules balanced so every program has coverage.
• Champion quality and independence using data to shape programming and advocate for individuals’ choices.
• Keep it all running smoothly by ensuring compliance with policies and requirements and submitting reports.
• Join management and staff meetings to stay updated on best practices.
• Prepare and submit reports as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Basic math

Practical problem solving

Driver's license

CPR/First Aid

Education

Training or certification programs

Job description

Fremont Economic Development Corp. in Colorado seeks a Supported Community Connections Manager to lead programs that help people served get out, get involved, and thrive in the community. You will energize the outings and mentor Direct Support Professionals.

You’ll partner with families and case managers to shape Person-Centered ISPs, document progress, and advocate for independence. If you are a natural connector and planner, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.